Settlers who Prosper in the Northwest Province
A historical reflection on early Northwest settlement notes the Icelanders and Mennonites prospering after grasshoppers faded. It condemns Canadian disbelief, details land grants and location borders, and contrasts Mennonite diligence with other settlers. It laments policy missteps by agriculture councils and railways, boosting local growth via cattle, farming, and trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Winnipeg
Portage
Brandon
Emerson
Red River
Assiniboine
Lake Winnipeg
Dakota
Minnesota
Pembina Mountains
Pembina
Manitoba
Duck Shooting in Manitoba Expedition Recalls Plenty of Game
The writer accompanies Mr. Wilcocks on a Manitoba duck hunting trip. Birds, dogs, and birdsong fill a day of light winds and grassy sloughs. Twenty two ducks were bagged including mallards, with the best dog retrieving wounded birds first.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilcocks
Ontario
Manitoba
Sue
Indians Thrive On Wheat Crops On Bird Tail and Oak Lake Reserves
Indians on the Bird Tail mouth reserve and Oak Lake prosper with unusually good wheat and grain this season. Light land quality aids yields, while onion cultivation by squaws thrives, yielding high prices. Gardens are kept well, with the community growing fond of orderly plots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bird Tail
Oak Lake
Burial Customs and Rail Transport Requirements
The passage notes many citizens hail from eastern provinces and burial often occurs in the deceased's native area. It states Ray Co requires a death registration certificate from the Clerk of the relevant Municipality before transporting a body. Noncompliance may cause trouble for those involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Co
Birtle Fall Show Nears. Farmers Urged to Exhibit
The day for the Birtle Fall Show is fast approaching and farmers are urged to bring articles or animals to exhibit as proof of skill and industry. The President, Secretary, Treasurer and Directors have diligently attended to their duties and success hinges on member participation for a creditable district event.
Northwest Central Project Delayed Amid Uncertain Conditions
The Northwest Central is unlikely to begin this season and would be folly to start under current circumstances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest Central
Rossburn Council Sets Local Tax Rates for Council Year
Rossburn council approved rates at its last meeting. General tax set at 1.25 mills on the dollar. Judicial and county tax 1.625 mills. Municipal school land tax 0.1427 mills. District school tax 6.625 mills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rossburn
Judicial & County
Approaching Wreck Season Warns of Losses at Sea
The season for ship wrecks is approaching and the usual loss of life and property may be looked for, prompting caution for mariners and owners to prepare safeguards and emergency plans.
Beulah Items From a Correspondent
Beulah notes report a loaded gun accident in Mr. G H Rowswell’s store after a weapon discharged. A toddler of three from W D Paynter’s family was found safely sleeping in a harvest field after wandering from his uncle J E Paynter’s home. Miss Bella Frazer of Collingwood Ontario visits local friends. Miss Minnie Hogg of Binscarth visits her sister for several days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. H. Rowswell
W. D. Paynter
J. E. Paynter
Bella Frazer
Collingwood, Ont
Minnie Hogg
Binscarth
Ellice Council Approves Town Finances and Taxes
Port Ellice council meets on 9 instant with Reeve presiding. Minutes read and approved. Communications from local societies received. Payments approved for several creditors and aid granted to the Birtle Age Society. By-law No 28 on district county municipal and school rates passes first reading and is signed. Council adjourns to next call of Reeve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Ellice
Davey
McDonald
Workman
McCamon
Kieteuer
Wilson
Kreeve Win
P. Woods
Jane
Judicial Sec
Birtle Ag
Society No. I
James Wake
George Jell
John Cuaine Hunter
Finance Committee
Felix Hayden
J. E. Armstrong
R. D. Richardson
Couxpress Co
McCanon
Fietcher
Sec.Treas
Messrs
Wake
cCamon
Fletcher
Stewart
Col. Boulton
McCamon—Fletcher
Treas
Coun McDonald
Board of Public Works
Ellice Ferry
J. Stewart
Rowling
Fletcher— McCamamon
Counel
Reeve
C. H. Jones
Sec-Treas
Archi Council Minutes Show Finance Committee Actions
The Archibald Council convened at Henry Ayerston Sepost with all councillors present. Finance committee recommended paying Observer $16.27 and H Chipperfield $8.15, and to examine K D Richardson’s account. The 1885 estimates list Western Jud Board $334.71, County rate $67.37, Municipal rate $293.00, School rate $404, totaling $1100.08.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ayerston Sepost
W. Jones
J. Lewis
Birtle Observer
H. Chipperfield
BR. D. Richardson
Carrird
Jones— Lewis
Observer
K. D. Richardson
Lewis—Jones
Finance Committee
Traquoir
Dionee
Tne Parsons
McConnell
Jones—Lewis
Selby
Boulton
Western Jud. Board
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A. A. Murdoch
Soret
Albert Hall
Waldmats Att
DR. Morrison
Birtle
DR. Rolston
Royal Navy
B. Green
Hargreaves
Main ST
Gor le, Man
C. J. Mickle
Notary Public
the, i
Offee
Howard
LAW Office
FA. Wilcock
A. B. Woon
A. B. Hart
St Clair Street
E. Crawford
Jas. Johnston
Joseph Broadley
Contractor & Builder
Beulah Manitoba
Wood & Bro
WM. Edwards
A.J. McN. Bierce
Elkhorn
Billiard Hall
T. D. Cavanagh, Prop
Russell
Birtle, Way
Prp
Bassen, Ee Proprietor
J. Micker
Soteior
Dears
London & Canadian Loan
AeEvey
Municipal & School
Crerar
Brerix, Man
Manitoba & North- Western Railway
Portage Je Prairie
Minnedosa
Portage Ie Prairie
eDonald Westhoarme
Woodside
Gladstone
Arden, Neenawa
tArrive
H. A. Manwaring
W. R. Baker
Mi & NW
Bertie
Man
Central Hotel
Connec
Elkhore
C. PK Am
N. Railways
Adam
J. Roseborough & Brother
Blacksmith
Will
A. J. McPherson
Center St
Birtie
E. H. Irish
Harness & Saddlery
Elkhorn & Birtle
Valises
Jas. C. Jackson
J. P. Wallens
Glasgow
London
Quebec
J. M. Lawrie
D. W. Cumming
Thos. Yeandle
Forse
Adams
Rirtie
Holman
Boot & Shoe Maker
Main Street
ER. H. Irish
John Houson
Grand Central Hotel
N. L. Hill
Richardson & Lepper's
Huaist P.y
Council of Agriculture
Ellice Council
Aia
Archie Council
Henry Chipperfield
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